What is document review? It is basically the process where the attorney reads all the written material of a given case. For detailed reading see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Document_review. Outsourcing document review offshore to countries like Pakistan, India, Bangladesh etc. would be highly beneficial. The single largest benefit would be the reduction in terms of cost, since attorneys who are US/UK educated, work for far less $$ as compared to US attorneys. I know, for instance, in Pakistan, attorneys who are highly qualified and skilled work ‘almost’ free ! The average wage for a skilled licensed attorney having 10 years of experience is less than $500 per Month !

This is a common question being asked by personnel most of the time. First, a Civil offense in the eys of Naval law is basically a criminal offense. Keeping that in mind, if a serving officer commits a civil offense outside the jurisdiction of Naval unit, he is basically held responsible for his actions like any other citizen would. Navy, however, has the say in determination of jurisdiction for the trial. In other words, Navy could call the entire matter and investigate the matter itself before reaching any conclusions. The magistrate in civil courts is bound to provide all documentary evidence as well as allow the individual to be taken into Naval custody. Subsequently, Navy can then conduct appropriate trial based on evidence and investigation. The JAG attorneys are responsible for handling the case from start till the culmination of the said matter.

This is the forum to read all about the JAG Corps of Pakistan Navy, and ask questions regarding Pakistan Navy Ordinance, 1961, Naval-Regulations (Part I & II) as well as other ancillary matters thereof. This blog will contain laws on specific topics for the military personnel.